Frigidaire 220219A174 User manual

USE & CARE MANUAL

READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

P/N 220219A174

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ROOM AIR CONDITIONER WARRANTY

Your product is protected by this warranty

Your appliance is warranted by Electrolux. Electrolux has authorized Frigidaire Consumer Services and their authorized servicers to perform service under this

warranty. Electrolux authorizes no one else to change or add to any of these obligations under this warranty. Any obligations for service and parts under this

warranty must be performed by Frigidaire Consumer Services or an authorized Frigidaire servicer.

FULL ONE-YEAR

WARRANTY

LIMITED 2-5 YEAR

WARRANTY (Sealed

System)

LIMITED WARRANTY

(Applicable to the State

of Alaska)

THE CONSUMER WILL BE RESPONSIBLE

FOR:

Costs of service calls that are listed under

NORMAL RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE

CONSUMER.*

Diagnostic costs and any removal,

transportation and reinstallation costs which

are required because of service. Costs for

labor, parts and transportation other than with

respect to the Sealed Refrigeration System.

Costs of the technician’s travel to the home

and any costs for pick up and delivery of the

appliance required because of service.

WARRANTY

PERIOD

One year from original

purchase date.

Second through fifth

years from original

purchase date.

Time periods listed

above.

FRIGIDAIRE, THROUGH ITS

AUTHORIZED SERVICERS, WILL:

Pay all costs for repairing or replacing parts

of this appliance which prove to be defective

in materials or workmanship.

Repair or replace any parts in the Sealed

Refrigeration System (compressor,

condenser, evaporator and tubing) proves to

be defective in materials or workmanship.

All of the provisions of the full and limited

warranties above and the exclusions listed

below apply.

This warranty applies only to products in ordinary household use, and the consumer is responsible for the items

listed below.

1. Proper use of the appliance in accordance with instructions provided with the product.

2. Proper installation by an authorized servicer in accordance with instructions provided with the appliance and in accordance

with all local plumbing, electrical and/or gas codes.

3. Proper connection to a grounded power supply of sufficient voltage, replacement of blown fuses, repair of loose connections

or defects in house wiring.

4. Expenses for making the appliance accessible for servicing, such as removal of trim, cupboards, shelves, etc., which are

not a part of the appliance when it was shipped from the factory.

5. Damages to finish after installation.

6. Replacement of light bulbs and/or fluorescent tubes (on models with these features).

This warranty does not cover the following:

1. CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES SUCH AS PROPERTY DAMAGE AND INCIDENTAL EXPENSES

RESULTING FROM ANY BREACH OF THIS WRITTEN OR ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY. Note: Some states do not allow

the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so this limitation or exclusion may not apply to you.

2. Service calls which do not involve malfunction or defects in workmanship or material, or for appliances not in ordinary

household use. The consumer shall pay for such service calls.

3. Damages caused by services performed by persons other than authorized Frigidaire servicers; use of parts other than

Frigidaire Genuine Renewal Parts; obtained from persons other than such servicers; or external causes such as abuse,

misuse, inadequate power supply or acts of God.

4. Products with original serial numbers that have been removed or altered and cannot be readily determined.

Keep your bill of sale, delivery slip, or some other appropriate payment record. The date on the bill establishes the warranty

period should service be required. If service is performed, it is in your best interest to obtain and keep all receipts. This written

warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may also have other rights that vary from state to state. Service under this

warranty must be obtained by following these steps, in order:

1. Contact Frigidaire Consumer Services or an authorized Frigidaire servicer.

2. If there is a question as to where to obtain service, contact our Consumer Relations Department at:

Frigidaire

P.O. Box 212378

Augusta, GA 30917

800-444-4944

Product features or specifications as described or illustrated are subject to change without notice. All warranties are made by

Electrolux.

This warranty applies only in the 50 states of the U.S.A., Puerto Rico and Canada.

FOR SERVICE CALL 1-800-444-4944.

* NORMAL

RESPONSIBILITIES OF

THE CONSUMER

EXCLUSIONS

IF YOU NEED SERVICE

CANADA

Electrolux Canada Group

6150 McLaughlin Road

Mississauga, Ontario L5R 4C2

1-866-213-9397

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Record Your Model and Serial Numbers

Record in the space provided below the model and serial numbers. On all models, the serial

plate is located on the outside of the cabinet.

Model No.

Serial No.

The self-addressed PRODUCT REGISTRATION CARD should be filled in completely, signed

and returned to the Frigidaire Company.

2 Warranty

3 Product Registration

3 Normal Sounds

4 Important Safety Instructions

4 Operation of Current Device

5 Using Air Conditioner

5-10 Air Conditioner Features

11 Care and Cleaning

11 Energy Saving Ideas

12 Avoid Service Checklist

Vibration

Unit may vibrate and make noise

because of poor wall or window

construction or incorrect installation.

High Pitched Chatter

Today’s high efficiency compressors

may have a high pitched chatter

during the cooling cycle.

Sound of Rushing Air

At the front of the unit, you may

hear the sound of rushing air

being moved by the fan.

Gurgle/Hiss

“Gurgling or hissing” noise may be heard

due to refrigerant passing through

evaporator during normal operation.

Pinging or Swishing

Droplets of water hitting

condenser during normal

operation may cause “pinging

or swishing” sounds.

Product Registration

Contents

Normal Sounds

NOTE: This USE & CARE MANUAL

provides specific operating instructions

for your model. Use the room air

conditioner only as instructed in this USE

& CARE MANUAL instructions are not

meant to cover every possible condition

and situation that may occur. Common

sense and caution must be practiced when

installing, operating, and maintaining any

appliance.

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Avoid fire hazard or electric

shock. Do not use an extension cord or an

adaptor plug. Do not remove any prong from

the power cord.

Grounding type wall

receptacle

Do not, under any

circumstances, cut,

remove, or bypass the

grounding prong.

Power supply cord

with 3-prong grounding

plug and current

detection device

Read all instructions before using this air conditioner.

For Your Safety

Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any

other appliance. Read product labels for flammability and other warnings.

Prevent Accidents

To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or injury to persons when using your air conditioner,

follow basic precautions, including the following:

• Be sure the electrical service is adequate for the model you have chosen. This information

can be found on the serial plate, which is located on the side of the cabinet and behind the

grille.

• If the air conditioner is to be installed in a window, you will probably want to clean both

sides of the glass first. If the window is a triple-track type with a screen panel included,

remove the screen completely before installation.

• Be sure the air conditioner has been securely and correctly installed according to the

separate installation instructions provided with this manual. Save this manual and the

installation instructions for possible future use in removing or reinstalling this unit.

• When handling the air conditioner, be careful to avoid cuts from sharp metal fins on front

and rear coils.

Electrical Information

The complete electrical rating of your new room air conditioner is stated on the serial plate.

Refer to the rating when checking the electrical requirements.

• Be sure the air conditioner is properly grounded. To minimize shock and fire hazards,

proper grounding is important. The power cord is equipped with a three-prong grounding

plug for protection against shock hazards.

• Your air conditioner must be used in a properly grounded wall receptacle. If the wall

receptacle you intend to use is not adequately grounded or protected by a time delay fuse

or circuit breaker, have a qualified electrician install the proper receptacle.

• Do not run air conditioner with outside protective cover in place. This could result in

mechanical damage within the air conditioner.

• Do not use an extension cord or an adapter plug.

Important Safety

Instructions

The power supply cord with

this air conditioner contains a current

detection device designed to reduce the risk

of fire.

Please refer to the section ‘Operation of

Current Device’ for details.

In the event that the power supply cord is

damaged, it cannot be repaired-it must be

replaced with a cord from the Product

Manufacturer.

Operation of Current

Device

The power supply cord contains a current device that senses damage to the power cord. To test your

power supply cord do the following:

1. Plug in the Air Conditioner.

2. The power supply cord will have TWO buttons on the plug head. Press the TEST button. You will

notice a click as the RESET button pops out.

3. Press the RESET button. Again you will notice a click as the button engages.

4. The power supply cord is now supplying electricity to the unit. (On some products this is also indi-

cated by a light on the plug head).

NOTES:

NOTE: Some plugs have

buttons on the top.

• Do not use this device to turn the unit on or off.

• Always make sure the RESET button is pushed in for correct operation.

• The power supply cord must be replaced if it fails to reset when either the TEST button is pushed, or

it cannot be reset. A new one can be obtained from the product manufacturer.

• If power supply cord is damaged, it CANNOT be repaired. It MUST be replaced by one obtained from

the product manufacturer.

Plug in &

press RESET

READ THIS SECTION BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE AIR CONDITIONER.

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Clean your air conditioner occasionally to keep it looking new. Be sure to unplug the

unit before cleaning to prevent shock or fire hazards.

Air Filter Cleaning

The air filter should be checked at least once a month to see if cleaning is necessary.

Trapped particles in the filter can build up and cause an accumulation of frost on the

cooling coils.

• Tilt the panel out by grasping the panel from both sides, just below the controls and

the air directional louvers, and gently pull to release. Pivot the panel on its honges

and remove the filter.

• Wash the filter using liquid dishwashing detergent and warm water. Rinse filter

thoroughly. Gently shake excess water from the filter. Be sure filter is thoroughly dry

before replacing.

• Or, instead of washing you may vacuum the filter clean.

Cabinet Cleaning

• Be sure to unplug the air conditioner to prevent shock or fire hazard. The cabinet and

front may be dusted with an oil-free cloth or washed with a cloth dampened in a solution

of warm water and mild liquid dishwashing detergent. Rinse thoroughly and wipe dry.

• Never use harsh cleaners, wax or polish on the cabinet front.

• Be sure to wring excess water from the cloth before wiping around the controls. Excess

water in or around the controls may cause damage to the air conditioner.

• Plug in air conditioner.

Winter Storage

If you plan to store the air conditioner during the winter, remove it carefully from the

window according to the installation instructions. Cover it with plastic or return it to the

original carton.

Note: To prevent rust or electrical connections from being damaged, store air co-

nditioner in an upright and a dry place.

Care and Cleaning

Energy Saving Ideas

• Do not block air flow inside with blinds, curtains or furniture; or outside with shrubs,

enclosures, or other buildings.

• The capacity of the room air conditioner must fit the room size for efficient and satisfactory

operation.

• Install the room air conditioner on the shady side of your home. A window that faces north

is best because it is shaded most of the day.

• Close the fireplace damper, floor and wall registers so cool air does not escape up the

chimney and into the duct work.

• Keep blinds and drapes in other windows closed during the sunniest part of the day.

• Clean the air filter as recommended in the section “Care and Cleaning.”

• Proper insulation and weather stripping in your home will help keep warm air out and cool

air in.

• External house shading with trees, plants or awnings will help reduce the air conditioner’s

work load.

• Operate heat producing appliances such as ranges, washers, dryers and dishwashers

during the coolest part of the day.

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Air conditioner will not operate.

Air from unit does not feel cold

enough.

Air conditioner cooling, but room is

too warm - ice forming on cooling

coil behind decorative front.

Air conditioner cooling, but room is

too warm - NO ice forming on

cooling coil behind decorative front.

Air conditioner turns on and off

rapidly.

Noise when unit is cooling.

Water dripping INSIDE when unit is

cooling.

Water dripping OUTSIDE when unit

is cooling.

Remote Sensing Deactivating

Prematurely (Some Models).

Room Too Cold.

Avoid Service Checklist

Before calling for service, review this list. It may save you time and expense. This list

includes common occurrences that are not the result of defective workman-ship or

materials in this appliance.

OCCURRENCE SOLUTION

Wall plug disconnected. Push plug firmly into wall outlet.

Plug Current Device Tripped. Press the RESET button.

House fuse blown or circuit breaker tripped. Replace fuse with time delay type or reset circuit breaker.

Control is OFF. Turn Control ON and set to desired setting.

Room temperature below 60°F (16°C). Cooling may not occur until room temperature rises above 60°F (16°C).

Temperature sensing element touching cold coil, located behind air filter. Straighten away from coil.

Reset to a Lower temperature.

Compressor shut-off by changing modes. Wait approximately 3 minutes and listen for compressor to restart

when set in the COOL mode.

Outdoor temperature below 60°F (18°C). To defrost the coil, set FAN ONLY Mode.

Air filter may be dirty. Clean filter. Refer to Care and Cleaning section. To defrost, set to FAN ONLY Mode.

Temperature is set too Low for night-time cooling. To defrost the coil, set to FAN ONLY Mode. Then, set Tem-

perature to a Higher setting.

Dirty air filter - air restricted. Clean air filter. Refer to Care and Cleaning section.

Temperature is set too High. Set temperature to a Lower setting.

Air directional louvers positioned improperly. Position louvers for better air distribution.

Front of unit is blocked by drapes, blinds, furniture, etc. - restricts air distribution. Clear blockage in front of unit.

Doors, windows, registers, etc. open - cold air escapes. Close doors, windows, registers, etc.

Unit recently turned on in hot room. Allow additional time to remove “stored heat” from walls, ceiling, floor and

furniture.

Dirty air filter - air restricted. Clean air filter.

Outside temperature extremely hot. Set FAN speed to a faster setting to bring air past cooling coils more

frequently.

Air movement sound. This is normal. If too loud, set to a slower FAN setting.

Window vibration - poor installation. Refer to installation instructions or check with installer.

Improper installation. Tilt air conditioner slightly to the outside to allow water drainage. Refer to installation

instructions - check with installer.

Unit removing large quantity of moisture from humid room. This is normal during excessively humid days.

Remote control not located within range. Place remote control within 20 feet & 180°, radius of the front of the

unit.

Remote control signal obstructed. Remove obstruction.

Set temperature too low. Increase set temperature.

Remote Sensing activated (on some models) and remote control located in Hot Spot - Relocate remote

control or deactivate remote sensing.

If These Solutions Fail, Call 1-800-444-4944 For Frigidaire Service.

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